Politics · 3 March 2026

Trump informs Congress of Iran operation, no ground forces deployed

President Trump informed Congress regarding the US operation in Iran. The letter to Senate President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley stated that Iran remains a leading state sponsor of terrorism. Trump said no US ground forces were committed, with the operation designed to minimise civilian casualties. Lawmakers are set to vote this week on a war powers resolution.

By BriefTea Editorial · 3 March 2026 at 18:09

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